Find out how popular the last name Yeatman is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Yeatman.

Yeatman, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Yeatman surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yeatman in America

Yeatman is the 26549th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yeatman surname appeared 918 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Yeatman.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yeatman to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Yeatman

The surname Yeatman finds its origins in England, dating back to the medieval period. The name is believed to have emerged primarily in the southwestern counties of England, particularly in Dorset and Somerset. It is derived from the Old English word "geat," meaning gate, combined with "man," indicating one who is associated with or lives near a gate. The surname initially identified those who were gatekeepers or lived by prominent gates in town walls or manorial estates.

Historical references to the surname Yeatman can be found as early as the 13th century. One of the earliest recorded instances is Richard Gate-man from the Subsidy Rolls of Somerset in 1327. Over time, the spelling of the surname varied, with entries such as Yateman, Yatman, and Yetman appearing in various documents and records.

Among the oldest records, Thomas Yeatman is noted in the Poll Tax records of Somerset in the year 1377. This period marked a time when surnames started becoming hereditary, and the variations of Yeatman began to stabilize.

A significant figure bearing the surname Yeatman was Harry Farr Yeatman (1789-1874), a prominent landowner and High Sheriff of Dorset. His influence in local politics and society was notable during the 19th century. Harry Yeatman was descended from an established lineage of Yeatmans who had been significant landholders in Dorset since the 17th century.

Another noteworthy individual was John Pym Yeatman (1830-1910), an English barrister and antiquary highly regarded for his work in genealogical and heraldic studies. His contributions to legal and historical texts remain valuable references in these fields.

In the field of engineering, Samuel Adams Yeatman (1825-1906) gained recognition as a metallurgist and engineer in the United States. Born in England, he emigrated and made significant contributions to the mining industry, particularly in Missouri.

Sarah Yeatman (1849-1924) was an early female entrepreneur in England, demonstrating that the Yeatman surname was associated not only with land and law but also with burgeoning business ventures. She was known for operating a successful dairy farm and expanding into related agricultural markets.

The Yeatman name continued to appear in various records and documents throughout the centuries, including church registers, property deeds, and legal records. Notably, Edmund Yeatman (1810-1886), a respected clergyman, chronicled the history of the Yeatman family and their contributions to the communities in Dorset and Somerset.

In summary, the Yeatman surname boasts a rich and varied history, with its roots in medieval England. It encompasses a wide range of individuals, from gatekeepers to notable figures in law, landownership, engineering, and entrepreneurship. The evolution and documentation of the Yeatman name over the centuries reflect its enduring presence and significance in English history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yeatman

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Yeatman.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Yeatman was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Yeatman has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Yeatman was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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